Qatar a380 Business Class Review

The pond in the Qatar Airways business class lounge in doha

Last time I flew with Qatar Airways it was about 8 years ago and in economy. My key memory was how dreadful Doha airport was – it was a giant tacky duty-free shop plus endless smoking rooms. Well, things have changed!!! I was beyond delighted with my Qatar Airways Business Class experience and Doha airport is now giving Changi a run for its money! Here is my complete Qatar a380 Business Class Review including Doha Airport Lounge.

Qatar Lounge Heathrow Review:

How tasty do these look?global deli buffet in qatar lounge heathrow reviewThey even need signs!

So let’s start where so many of my journeys do – Heathrow. Terminal 4 in this case. The Qatar heathrow lounge is located near Gate 6. Make sure you use the Qatar lounge heathrow and not one of the shared ones. The lounge is beautifully laid out with extremely comfortable seats. There is a proper restaurant with a proper menu and proper ordering!

Most importantly there was also proper champagne – Laurent. This is the kind of lounge that makes you want to get to the airport early.

Dinner time – Fish and Chipstime for a glass of champagne!A nice comfortable lounge

Qatar Business Class Review a380: In flight London to Doha

The plane itself was lovely – very new and stylish. The seating, however, is not as private as Singapore or Etihad Airlines. The bedding had a fabulous plump pillow but the blanket was quite thin – not the nice mock duvet you often get in business in other airlines.

The business class seat in the a380 Malaysia Airlines

The Qatar Airways business class toiletries were good – a slightly old fashioned case but a very nice face spray from Castello Monte Vibiano Vechhio – an Italian brand of which I had never heard. The service was absolutely fantastic and so friendly – as good as my favourite airline for service Qantas. An unexpected bonus was pyjamas! Again I have only ever had this in virgin business before. And very comfortable pyjamas they were!

The in-flight entertainment system is fantastic! A great big screen and the most up to date movie options that I have ever seen. I didn’t eat as it was a late flight and I had eaten in the lounge but a full menu was available on demand.

Stunning restaurant within the Doha business class loungeAmazing infinity style pool in the lounge at Doha

What an airport!!! It looks like a giant Apple shop. This could be because there appear to be Apple screens everywhere – this is a country that is cashed up! There are some slightly nihilistic kid’s playground areas but they are good for photos. And let’s not forget the giant teddy bear – who wouldn’t have one??

What a lounge!!!! Wow wow! The Qatar Airways Business Class is HUGE! My favourite feature was the giant pond in it. You could swim laps in the pond it was so big. There are multiple restaurants. The seating is incredibly modern and comfortable and very well thought through. There are clear dining areas, some really nice areas if there are 3 or 4 of you together to have some privacy and lots of very comfortable sort of workstations plus. The food selection is fantastic.

Qatar Business Class Review a380: Flight from Doha to Kathmandu

We kicked this off with something I very much enjoyed – Qatar Airways Business class had its own bus to go from the terminal to the plane! And what a plush and spacious bus it was! No standing and being jostled for us – these middle eastern airlines sure know how to make you feel special.

The legroom on the doha kathmandu legPlush seats for an airport bus!

As expected this flight involved an older plane. It was classic old school business class – no beds of course but a comfortable seat. The entertainment system available was virtually the same as the first leg but the screen was smaller and less modern.

Qatar Business Review: Jathamdnbu Lounge at Kathmandu Airport

The lounge in Kathmandu is not Doha standard but amazing for Kathmandu!

My expectations were very low for this lounge. The worst business class lounge I have ever been to was at Manila airport and this is where I had my expectations. I was delighted to be proven wrong!

It is a shared sort of generic lounge but it is part of the Radisson Hotel at the airport. There was a lot of food available. To be honest it didn’t look that tasty but it was only about 11 am when I was there so maybe it improved. The wifi was excellent importantly.

Qatar a380 Business Class Review: Kathmandu back to London via Doha

The Kathmandu to Doha leg was pretty much the same in reverse – except I had some nice champagne on the flight (so appreciated after 3 weeks in nepal!!) and some delicious lamb shanks.

The only difference on the Doha to London leg was how the entertainment system operated. It was a fantastic screen and the same great entertainment system on the way out. However, the screen wasn’t touch and you needed to use this kind of ipod device that was quite difficult to use. It also meant you couldn’t check out movies on the big screen which is how I like to make my inflight film decisions. Apart from that everything was terrific.

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Wow I love the business lounge at Heathrow, looks like a Palace!! As for the trip itself it seems it was very comfortable, especially the first one, I love the private space in the London – Doha flight. It makes me want to fly with Qatar Airways!

Wow! The Business Lounge in both Heathrow & Doha looks so luxurious! It doesn’t even look like a lounge but like a proper high-end restaurant! Cool!!!
The in-flight seat looks nice, but those plush bus seats are just stunning!!!

Wow!! What an experience. It sure is a luxury. I have never traveled by business class but looking forward to it someday for sure. I had never heard about pyjamas too. It for sure is a bonus. The fish and chips looks really good and so is champagne. Enjoyed going through your post as well as pictures.

So THIS is how the other half live! Interesting review. Not sure I could justify the extra spend but I must admit I enjoyed being upgraded to business class for free on an Etihad flight. Could happily fly in luxury every time!

Pretty neat! Flying business (and first!) is truly an experience. I love that you’re able to relax, have snacks and drinks, and even complimentary massages or facials while waiting. So convenient. The leg room is heaven.

I haven’t tried flying with Qatar Airways and this one is truly amazing. I like how they treat the passengers and the service is truly great. How I wish to experience this as well. By the way, you own an amazing review.